A view from the back of a crowd as they watch a lively band perform on the Yellow Arch stage

There are loads of great music venues in Sheffield that host brilliant musicians, bands, artists and DJs from all genres throughout the year.

Enjoy well-known names in some of the city's bigger venues, catch the next big thing in a pub backroom, or delve into the pioneering electronic scene... whatever you choose, you'll never be short of a great performance.

Delve into our music event listings below to see what’s coming…

Music events in Sheffield

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Calabash Presents: Community Care fundraiser

Calabash! Fundraiser for Community Cade. Sip and Paint by Grace Lee, Food, Community spotlight and DJ's. All money raised from ticket and food sales to go to charities on the ground helping victims of Storm Melissa.

14 Dec 2025 18:00 - 22:00
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Christmas Community Playday

Join Sheffield Clarinet Ensemble for an afternoon of festive music-making, sweet treats and jolly attire!

14 Dec 2025 13:30 - 17:30
Poster for “Christmas Community Play Day” hosted by Sheffield Clarinet Ensemble. Event includes festive music-making, sweet treats, and jolly attire. For ages 11–111, Grade 5+, free of charge. Date: Sunday 14th December 2025, starting at 13:30, with a concert at 16:30 (invite family and friends). Venue: Church of St Mark, Broomfield Road, Sheffield, S10 2SEL. Contact details and social media links for registration are provided at the bottom.

Steve Edwards

This December, the Samuel Worth Chapel welcomes singer, songwriter, producer and natural live performer Steve Edwards for an unforgettable night of soulful, genre-blending music.

14 Dec 2025 19:00
Musician performing on stage wearing a bright blue shirt and red knit hat, playing an acoustic guitar decorated with colorful stickers, including one that reads “Shabby Doll Records.” The performer is standing in front of a microphone, gesturing with one hand while holding the guitar strap over the shoulder. Stage lighting creates a vivid atmosphere with blue and purple tones in the background.

Kate Rusby

Kate Rusby celebrates 20 years of festive joy with this year’s tour, ‘Christmas Is Merry’—a heart-warming tradition for thousands of fans. Her pure, unmistakable voice breathes new life into traditional South Yorkshire carols, winter songs, and Christmas classics, creating an enchanting, magical atmosphere.

14 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2026
A person seated in a patterned armchair with legs crossed, wearing a black dress and black shoes. The setting includes a dark green curtain backdrop and a polished floor with a mix of colours. A wooden acoustic guitar rests on the floor in front of the chair, leaning slightly toward the person.

Sidney&Matilda Presents: Jasmine Lowe

Jasmine Lowe play live at Sidney & Matilda on Monday 15 December 2025 with support by Narwhals and Counterproducts.

15 Dec 2025 17:45 - 22:30
A red logo featuring black text and a central graphic. "SIDNEY" is written vertically on the left, and "& MATILDA" is written horizontally at the bottom. In the centre, there's a cartoon-style beer mug with foam on top and a smiling face.

Richard Hawley

To celebrate 20 years of Coles Corner, Richard Hawley returns to Sheffield City Hall for another landmark hometown performance. Come along and honour two decades of this iconic album in the city where it all began. Expect timeless songs and that unmistakable Hawley magic!

15 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2026
A person dressed in a dark suit stands outside an illuminated art deco-style building at night, holding a bouquet of flowers. The building features a curved canopy with round lights and signage reading “Richard Hawley” and “Coles Corner.” The background shows a deep blue evening sky and blurred figures walking near the entrance.

Forge Presents: A Christmas Riot

Hold onto your Santa hats ‘cause forge radio is back! With the end of the semester fast approaching, they’re treating you to an evening of moshing and headbanging at Yellow Arch Studios with five amazing bands showcasing the best of Sheffield and beyond.

16 Dec 2025 19:00 - 23:00
View from the audience watching live music at Yellow Arch venue in Sheffield

Goat House Bridge

Almost exactly a year on from their first ever gig, eclectic indie rockers goat house bridge bring their violin infused sound to Yellow Arch for a massive Christmas celebration.

16 Dec 2025 19:00 - 23:00
View from the audience watching live music at Yellow Arch venue in Sheffield

Sidney&Matilda Presents: Tellyeaters

Tellyeaters play live at Sidney & Matilda on Tuesday 16 December 2025 with support by Imaginary Husband and Muraki.

16 Dec 2025 17:45 - 22:30
A red logo featuring black text and a central graphic. "SIDNEY" is written vertically on the left, and "& MATILDA" is written horizontally at the bottom. In the centre, there's a cartoon-style beer mug with foam on top and a smiling face.

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of Sheffield Cathedral

16 Dec 2025 19:30 - 21:30
A violin on a table covered in sheet music and a Christmas ornament off to one side.
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